بهترین پادکست های SPARC (2024)

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Planning for Next Summer Now 34:50

4M ago34:50

34:50

Next summer seems so far away when we are still delivering Summer 2024, but we can set ourselves up for success by planning for next year now. Kristi Jacobi joins Travis Walker to share how she is preparing for Summer 2025, including brainstorming new ideas, designing marketing materials, and making program improvements. There's so much we can do n…

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Ep 5: Value academic researchers bring to UX 20:37

5M ago20:37

20:37

Unleash the untapped potential of academic expertise in UX research. This insightful episode spotlights professionals transitioning from academia, exploring the unique skillsets and fresh perspectives they contribute. Hear from Abdur Rahman, Emily Whewell, Kyle Brown, Laura Musgrave, Magdalena Kowal, and Monica Costa on navigating this enriching ca…

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Getting into the Summer Mindset 34:35

5M ago34:35

34:35

Cindy McArthur, Director of Auxiliary Operations at Greensboro Day School, shares her tips and tricks for getting into the summer mindset as we approach our summer season. How are you showing up for yourself, your staff, your campers and your parents? Join Cindy and host Travis Walker as they discuss this and more in their energetic conversation. T…

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Ep 4: Crafting accessibility with research 19:28

6M ago19:28

19:28

Unlock accessibility's strategic business advantages. In this info packed episode, the ever-insightful Kirsty Ramsay-Hogan and Karen McIntyre share invaluable tools and approaches for infusing accessibility into product/service development from inception through UX research. Discover the value of prioritising accessibility as a moral and commercial…

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Ep 3: Go Agile With Research 14:57

6M ago14:57

14:57

Embrace agility to amplify UX research's impact. Join SPARCK's Head of Design Paul Bailey and Senior Researcher Cecilia Mir as they unveil expert strategies for going agile by seamlessly integrating rapid, iterative research into traditional design and development teams. Learn how to overcome resistance and elevate your agile workflow with invaluab…

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Building Your After School Enrichment Program 36:25

6M ago36:25

36:25

Rebecca Stokes from University School of Nashville joined the SPARC Effect to share how she grew her After School Enrichment Program, which doubled in size in eight years. From faculty recruitment to finding space for classes, Rebecca offered valuable insight into staying flexible and positive to best manage these pivotal programs. Take a seat arou…

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Ep 2: UX Research & AI 14:25

7M ago14:25

14:25

Discover how UX research remains vital in the age of AI. This compelling episode unravels the delicate balance between leveraging AI capabilities and prioritising human-centric insights for ethical, useful AI development. Featuring industry experts Laura Musgrave and Mark Branigan, who guide businesses and researchers in navigating the changing tid…

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Ep 1: The Strategic Evolution of UX Research 17:41

7M ago17:41

17:41

Unlock the secrets of strategic research that drives business success. In this gripping opener, you'll learn how to transcend traditional usability testing and harness user research insights that mitigate risks, overcome biases and fuel innovation. Featuring SPARCK’s in-house experts Dr Abdur Rahman and Dr Kyle Brown, who reveal the transformative …

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The Magic Behind Marketing Auxiliary Programs 34:18

7M ago34:18

34:18

With Summer 2024 closing in, we are at the peak of marketing season. Aubrey Bursch from Easy School Marketing joined host Travis Walker to share the strategies and theories we should consider as we focus on marketing our programs. How do we reach our target market? What strategies are most effective? Why do we need to consider certain methods over …

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Beyond Usability: SPARCK Research Podcast 0:56

7M ago0:56

0:56

Go beyond usability with SPARCK’s podcast series 'Beyond Usability' - unlocking UX research's power to drive business breakthroughs. Join our expert guests sharing invaluable insights on leveraging UX research to drive innovation, shape strategy, and revolutionise technology. Follow us to stay updated and elevate your understanding of UX research.…

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Trends and Best Practices for Auxiliary Staff Recruitment 34:18

8M ago34:18

34:18

Krystal Speed, from Your HR Strategist, joined the SPARC Effect to discuss trends in Human Resources. With experience in Auxiliary Programs, Krystal gave great practical insight into focusing on employee well-being, aligning your school's policies and practices with its stated mission, and recognizing the growing force and expectations of Gen Z sta…

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Build Your Ideal Camp Culture With Effective Staff Training 47:56

9M ago47:56

47:56

Laura Walker and Bob Rojee join the SPARC Effect to discuss how they prioritize and leverage staff training to create their ideal camp culture. Why is camp culture so important? What are the “musts” that should happen in training? How do you turn high school/college students into competent and confident counselors? Laura and Bob share valuable insi…

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Navigating Professional Development & Networking in Auxiliary 35:43

10M ago35:43

35:43

Jana Blackwell, Jim Patterson, and Tejan Walcott join the SPARC Effect to discuss how professional development and networking has impacted on their career success. From local networks, in-person and virtual events, and communities like SPARC, engaging in cooperative networking provides much-needed support, connection, and inspiration in a professio…

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How Off-Season Experiences Extend Summer Fun 1:01:05

11M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

Travis brought on Katie Peterson from the Breck School and Michael Carmody from Fort Worth Country Day to discuss how they utilize off-season camps to extend summer fun. There are a variety of approaches to off-season camps and they shared the strategy, purpose and fun that these camps can bring. This is a very fun episode with plenty of giggles an…

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The Head of School's Role in Auxiliary Programs 56:24

1y ago56:24

56:24

David Sullivan, who is a senior advisor with SPARC and former Head of School, came on the show to give us some great insight to the Head of School's role in Auxiliary Programs. Heads have so much to balance, and Auxiliary is an important lever to pay attention to and play an active role in. David gave some great advice and perspective on how that b…

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Creating the Hype for Summer Registration 58:58

1y ago58:58

58:58

Laura Walker of Charlotte Latin School and Katie Peterson of Breck School came on The SPARC Effect to share how they generate excitement for the launch of summer registration. We are seeing more and more throughout the industry the directors are making the launch of registration a big deal and they are seeing a positive impact from it. Travis discu…

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SPARC National Conference: What To Look Forward To 41:41

1y ago41:41

41:41

Travis Walker got to speak with Karen McCann McClelland and Bob Rojee to discuss all of the things we have to look forward to with the SPARC National Conference closing in! The Conference is October 1st-4th and will be at the Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale, Arizona. There is so much value to be had at the conference both in the attendees and program…

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Follow The Money Part II 29:50

1y ago29:50

29:50

In this Mini SPARC episode, we follow up on a previous Mini SPARC, Follow the Money, to continue to discuss the trend of multiple private equity firms' effects on the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) community.توسط Angel Wilson

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The Role of Auxiliary Programs in Independent Schools 1:00:47

1y ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Travis Walker and Nat Saltonstall sit down to discuss Auxiliary Programs and how they are impacting independent schools throughout the country. We discussed what auxiliary programs are, how they benefit schools and how SPARC is assisting schools in their pursuit of those benefits. Check out SPARCnational.com for more information about Auxiliary Pro…

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Interview with Drowning Prevention Coalition of Palm Beach County 45:57

1+ y ago45:57

45:57

In this week's episode, we welcome Anna Stewart, Manager at Drowning Prevention Coalition of Palm Beach County. Her background as a Crime Scene Investigator and a non fatal drowning survivor also has given her a unique perspective in her current line of work. We discussed the ABC's of water safety and the resources available the residents of Palm B…

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Interview with Quatiba Davis 1:03:07

1+ y ago1:03:07

1:03:07

In this week’s episode, we welcome Quaitba Davis, The Corporate Director of ABA (Applied behavior analysis) Assessments and the Regional Director of diagnostics. We discuss understanding how culture factors into creating a treatment program, positive and negative punishment procedures, and what families should look for when selecting a BCBA(Behavio…

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Wake Up Call About Autism 18:54

1+ y ago18:54

18:54

In this mini SPARC episode, we discuss the updated Centers for Disease Control recent findings that 1 in 36 children have been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The increase of the diagnosis of ASD should not be an alarm, but a wake up call that we cannot continue to ignore Autism.توسط Angel Wilson

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Interview with Early Steps / Easterseals Florida 53:03

1+ y ago53:03

53:03

In this week's episode, we welcome Natalie Eno, Family Resource Specialist at Treasure Coast Early Steps/Easterseals Florida. Natalie is a mother of three daughters, the oldest diagnosed with autism. We discussed the resources she found that helped her better understand and care for her autistic daughter, making time for her other children, and the…

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Interview with Best Buddies International 1:01:41

1+ y ago1:01:41

1:01:41

In this week's episode, we welcome Tricia Williams, the Area Director of Best Buddies in Palm Beach. We discuss her journey as a mother of a neurodivergent child and as a provider, the fight for inclusivity, and the history of Best Buddies. Best Buddies International Website: https://www.bestbuddies.org/ Best Buddies Florida Facebook: https://www.f…

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Interview with FAU CARD: FAU's Best Kept Secret 41:21

1+ y ago41:21

41:21

In this week's episode, we welcome Chandra McKinney- Clarke, MS and Jeffrey Lucas of FAU CARD (Florida Atlantic University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities). FAU CARD provides expert consulting, training, and support, at no charge, for all people across all race, ethnic, and gender groups, with autism and related disabilities, their famil…

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Lack of Empathy 22:29

1+ y ago22:29

22:29

In this episode, we will discuss the myth that autistic individuals lack empathy. Angel will also share examples of how autistic people are misunderstood and are mistreated by neurotypical people.توسط Angel Wilson

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A New Perspective: A Focus on Autism in the Black Community 23:05

2y ago23:05

23:05

SPARC UP is back! In this episode, our host Angel Wilson provides insight into the shift of focus for season two of SPARC UP! There is a vast disparity in the research and awareness of autism in the black community, which will be explored in season two.توسط Angel Wilson

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Stop The Shock: JR Center and ABAI Part 2 38:34

2y ago38:34

38:34

A recent task force investigated the controversial Judge Rotenberg Center and its use of electric shock on patients. We will discuss the leaked report and the updated position statement that was triggered by the backlash of the original report.توسط Angel Wilson

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Interview With Look Up Therapy 1:03:56

2y ago1:03:56

1:03:56

In this episode, we are joined by Christian E. Sanon II M.ed, BCBA, the co-founder of Look Up Therapy. Christian shares his experience as a provider, his journey into the therapeutic care industry, and his overcoming challenges to assist families in the black communityتوسط Angel Wilson

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Beyond ABA: Part 2 43:37

2y ago43:37

43:37

In this episode, we continue the discussion of Angel's experience with ABA, alternative techniques, and studies that support the use of alternative methods of careتوسط Angel Wilson

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Beyond ABA: Part 1 57:06

2y ago57:06

57:06

It's story time! In this episode, Angel shares her initial experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and what led her to the Naturalistic Therapy techniques to provide care for her patients.توسط Angel Wilson

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A Message To The Providers 19:16

2y ago19:16

19:16

In this Mini SPARC episode, we discuss issues providers face when starting the conversation of telling a family that their child may have developmental delays or Autism and suggestions on how to best communicate with the family.توسط Angel Wilson

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Autism and Safety 41:16

2y ago41:16

41:16

In lieu of recent tragic drownings and accidents in the local autism community, this episode focuses on why autistic kids are lured by water, the reasons they elope, and what adults in their lives can do to keep them safe.توسط Angel Wilson

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Follow The Money 17:14

2y ago17:14

17:14

In this Mini SPARC episode, we discuss the growing trend of multiple private equity firms' effects on the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) community.توسط Angel Wilson

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Inside The House 44:33

2y ago44:33

44:33

In this episode, Inside The House, we will talk about the warning calls coming from inside the house which is the autism community. These issues have been raised by autistic individuals, their families, and observant providers for years, but have mostly gone unaddressed or even ignored. To ignore them, however, could set the stage for the autism fi…

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Stop The Shock: JR Center and ABAI 15:44

2y ago15:44

15:44

A quick take on the controversial Judge Rotenberg Center and its use of electric shock on patients.توسط Angel Wilson

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Race and Autism: Diving Into The Disparities 48:41

2+ y ago48:41

48:41

Even before her twins were formally diagnosed with autism, their mother Meici knew that they would need support and her advocacy. In this episode, Meici and I talk about the journey to diagnosis and services, what it means to be an advocate for your autistic child, and how her view on autism reflects in her relationship with her children and their …

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Listen!: A Look At Autistic Voices Online and In Print 42:06

2+ y ago42:06

42:06

In this episode, we are introduced to Ryan and his story of navigating the world while being neurodivergent. As an adult who works to help others with neurodivergent conditions, Ryan talks with me about the importance of support systems, giving back to and improving the community he belongs to, and how we can all become better allies and advocates.…

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Sensory Speaking: Sensory Needs and Autism 1:02:48

2+ y ago1:02:48

1:02:48

In this episode, we discuss one of the most important (and often overlooked) aspects of autism: sensory. While all of us use our senses to understand the world around us, autistic and other neurodivergent people process things very differently. Let's take a look at how our seven (yes, seven!) senses digest the input around us, and why we should alw…

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Autism Myths and Reality: A Look At The Prevailing Myths Surrounding Autism 1:03:34

2+ y ago1:03:34

1:03:34

An introduction to the podcast, the voice behind it, and the myths and misconceptions that will shape the episodes to come. From vaccines to the "look" of autism, nothing is off limits! Are you ready to redefine what autism means to you?توسط Angel Wilson

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Welcome to SPARC Up! 1:29

2+ y ago1:29

1:29

The idea for SPARC Up grew from a steady increase of voices in the minority community wishing for more information and acceptance of autistic children. This increase came to include professionals in the childcare, education, and mental health communities as well. By increasing community knowledge of autism in general, more services and intervention…

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閉会挨拶 4:08

11+ y ago4:08

4:08

توسط 安達淳（国立情報学研究所）

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パネルディスカッション 1:14:37

11+ y ago1:14:37

1:14:37

パネリスト：Heather Joseph（Executive Director, SPARC）／戸瀬信之（日本数学会）／関川雅彦（東京大学附属図書館）／林和弘（科学技術政策研究所）توسط モデレーター：安達淳（国立情報学研究所）

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SPARCへの期待 20:07

11+ y ago20:07

20:07

日本数学会の刊行物の電子化は溯及電子化を含めてほぼすべて完了に向かいつつあります。今後は，日本の数学者コミュニティーの研究支援，研究成果発信，若手研究者養成に最適な形で電子化の事業を拡大することを検討中です。その中でSPARC Japan に期待することを説明します。توسط 戸瀬信之（日本数学会）

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SPARC Japan ～来し方行く末～ 16:25

11+ y ago16:25

16:25

国立情報学研究所は、平成15（2003）年度から、国際学術情報流通基盤整備事業（通称、SPARC Japan）を推進しています。これまでの3期、10年間の活動を通じて、国内の学協会誌の国際発信力強化やアドボカシ（啓発活動）に取り組み、一定の成果を挙げてきました。一方、大学図書館との連携強化やオープンアクセスへの対応が新たな課題として浮かび上がってきています。本発表では、SPARC Japanが誕生した背景を振り返り、つづいてこれまでの活動を成果と課題をまとめ、最後にSPARCJapanの今後の展開について報告します。توسط 尾城孝一（国立情報学研究所）

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Open Access: Delivering on the Promise 1:16:27

11+ y ago1:16:27

1:16:27

過去10年間，オープンアクセスというものの考え方は変化してきました。それはゆっくりと，しかし着実に，学術研究において理論的概念から現実に影響を与えつつあります。オープンアクセス・ジャーナルやリポジトリといったしっかりとしたインフラが確立され，それらは新しいライセンスの枠組みや，組織的，国家的また国際的ポリシーの策定などに支えられています。研究者は見知らぬ世界へ足を踏み込むことに躊躇していましたが，今では喜んで受け入れ，オープンアクセスによる学術情報流通は空前の規模となっています。流通システムの急激な変化やオープンアクセスの標準化により，この活動への期待は高まっており，研究活動や研究成果に可視的かつ明確なインパクトを与えるでしょう。今回はこのインパクトに係わる初期的兆候，新たに現れつつある好機…

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R2RC 2011 OAWeek Webcast: The State of Open Access and the Student Role in Creating Change 1:27:59

13y ago1:27:59

1:27:59

The Right to Research Coalition's first Open Access Week 2011 webcast features Heather Joseph, Executive Director of the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition (SPARC), speaking on the current state of Open Access and the importance of students in making open the new norm in scholarly publishing. The webcast also features Goldis Cham…